Kido is a place where innovation and imagination unite to create modern Early Years settings. We’re looking for a Nursery Deputy Manager to join our team at Kido International Nursery & Preschool (Hounslow).
We are international, operating in India, USA and the UK. In the UK all our nurseries are Ofsted rated Good and Outstanding and are based in London and Windsor. We’re still growing with 1-2 new nurseries opening each year! At Kido, we blend the best practices from the Montessori, Reggio Emilia, and Waldorf Steiner approaches and have a unique curriculum for children aged 3 months to 5 years.
What we offer:
* Salary of up to £34,000 for full time (plus discretionary bonus), 40 hours per week.
* 20 days annual leave plus bank holidays rising year on year to 30 days after 5 years service.
* Your birthday off.
* 70% off childcare at Kido (subject to available spaces).
* £500 refer a friend bonus.
* Enhanced sick pay.
* Annual performance-related pay increases.
* Brilliant career progression opportunities.
* Company awards, celebrations and team social events.
* Access to a healthcare cash plan.
* Early access to pay through the Hastee app.
* Perkbox discounts and savings on thousands of retailers.
* Confidential employee assistance programme and access to our wellness hub.
* Cycle to work scheme.
What does the Deputy Manager role entail:
As a Deputy Manager, you'll be an ambassador for our values and a gatekeeper for our vibrant culture. You will immerse yourself in the Early Years Foundation Stage (EYFS) Framework and other essential legal and statutory frameworks.
You’ll ensure that every team member is aligned with our company policies and procedures by leading from the front. The welfare and safety of children will be your constant priority, and you'll handle any child protection concerns with appropriate escalation and action.
You’ll support the planning and organisation of staffing schedules and holiday rotas, ensuring we maintain the right staffing levels as required by Ofsted and our nursery procedures.
You'll handle administrative procedures, from registrations to place allocations and everything in between, ensuring everything is processed smoothly. You will assess and record children's progress and achievements, ensuring no milestone goes unnoticed.
What we’re looking for:
* A relevant childcare qualification, level 3 minimum.
* Values that align with our core values - Listen, Learn and Lead.
* Experience as a Room Leader, Third in Charge or a current Deputy Manager within a nursery setting.
* Right to work in the UK.
* Willingness to provide details of all unspent convictions prior to interview, in line with our Safer Recruitment process.
What’s next?
If you’re ready to seize the opportunity to join the Kido team and build a fulfilling career apply today and we’ll be in touch.
Contact us via careers@kido.school.
Kido is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of all children. Successful candidates are expected to undergo pre-employment checks including an enhanced DBS and barred lists check.
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